Pesto Shrimp Skillet

Ingredients

• 1 pound Large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 0.5 cup Basil pesto
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 cups Baby spinach
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice(optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

3. 3

   Add the shrimp to the skillet in a single layer and sear for 2 minutes per side until pink and opaque.

4. 4

   Add the minced garlic and cherry tomatoes, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften.

5. 5

   Stir in the baby spinach and cook just until wilted, about 1 minute.

6. 6

   Reduce heat to low, add the pesto and lemon juice, and toss everything together until evenly coated and heated through.

7. 7

   Serve immediately, optionally topped with red pepper flakes.